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A photo of 2nd Floor Bar & Essen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(89)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Upper East Side
Booked 10 times today
I don’t know the salaries of the bartender and the main waitress who work on Thursday evenings, but they both deserve a raise because they are absolute gems. Go for the drinks, and stay for the reggae covers and conversations about niche shows.
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4.4
Awesome(1749)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Midtown East
Booked 55 times today
Unforgettable evening…. Eveythîng was perfect : ambiance, the view of course, the cocktails and food.. we will be back
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4.6
Exceptional(242)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Upper East Side
Booked 29 times today
WOW! It was our 3 year wedding anniversary (we come here every year) and the staff really went above and beyond to make sure we had a special night. The food was amazing, the drinks were phenomenal, and the ambiance was superb! Thank you for making our special day so much brighter!
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4.5
Awesome(1235)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Lincoln Square
Booked 43 times today
The amazing manager, Johanna, did it again by providing the warmest welcome possible and overseeing a delightful visit for drinks and snacks after a recent ballet matinee at Lincoln Center. Service is impressively considerate, drinks generous, food delicious but the vibe starts at the top and Johanna's vibe is her genuine delight in greeting customers who, in our case, are her fans on account of the super friendly atmosphere whose mood she sets.
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4.7
Exceptional(185)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Midtown West
Booked 10 times today
Truly elevated bar cuisine. What really sets this establishment apart is the amazing service. From the hosts to the bartender to the servers each and everyone were outstanding. Really enhanced our overall dining experience. Will be back
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4.4
Awesome(72)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Midtown
Booked 22 times today
The food was fantastic, the drinks were good (strong) so if you’re hung over maybe skip the bottomless unless that’s your vibe haha. Service was great and the vibe is so cute!
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4.6
Exceptional(419)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Midtown West
Booked 17 times today
Great ambiance, bar tenders were friendly and made fantastic drinks. Servers were a little hard to find but overall service was good
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4.2
Awesome(1229)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Upper East Side
Booked 13 times today
The service was amazing and the food was delicious. We sat upstairs which was nice as it was a bit quieter but the downstairs was booming with happy hour. Always a great bet and you have to get the fries!!
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4.7
Exceptional(486)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Lincoln Square
Booked 34 times today
a must-try on the uws - fantastic service and delicious menu
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4.3
Awesome(16)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Midtown West
Booked 34 times today
This was my 2nd time dining here. Last week my husband and I came to NYC to see a show and had breakfast at Lola's which was very good. Yesterday I went to NYC with a girlfriend who doesn't get to NYC too often, we went here for lunch before our show, which was just as enjoyable as the 1st time. The decor is lemons and yellow and white stripes which make you feel like your in Sicily!!!! Fun atmosphere. Pleasant staff. Good food and drinks. What more can you ask for!!!

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  • Aileen
    El Paso •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It was my first time in a cigar lounge and it was absolutely amazing. The environment was inviting, calm, and really enjoyable. You can truly appreciate a good cigar here because of the atmosphere they create.
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    The Carnegie Club Cocktail and Cigar Lounge$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Midtown West
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    4.8
  • Dongyu
    Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Market table for lunch is great value. It has so many items, salad, grilled veggies, smoked salmon, cheese, cold cuts, and beans and rice, all for $22 in new york! It's a nice restaurant setting with better value than any delis in midtown that are selling cooked food for $16 per pound, including box weight. Highly recommend!
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    Fogo de Chão - New York$$$$• Steakhouse• Midtown West
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    4.5
  • ValerieGold
    Philadelphia County •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 28, 2026
    Our meal was outstanding: I highly recommend the eggplant rotolo. It was amazing!! Since it was our 1st time there, we tried the basics: Chicken parm, ravioli, burrata and focaccia & the eggplant. All were great; I wish had ordered more eggplant rotolo. Service was impeccable! Wine could have been a bit chillier, and the 2nd floor is quite loud; there were several large parties. Overall, it was a great experience & we'll be back.
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    Bucatini$$$$• Italian• Midtown
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    4.7
  • WendyGold
    New York City •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Oct 19, 2026
    The chicken Milanese was terrific, as was the meatball app. The other person had salmon and enjoyed it very much. Glad to have a local place to fall into after a big weekend.
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    Botte UES$$$$• Italian• Upper East Side
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    4.3
  • Matt
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 6, 2026
    I don’t know the salaries of the bartender and the main waitress who work on Thursday evenings, but they both deserve a raise because they are absolute gems. Go for the drinks, and stay for the reggae covers and conversations about niche shows.
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    2nd Floor Bar & Essen$$$$• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Upper East Side
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    4.6
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